We are WKU Film

Why choose WKU?

Our Program

See what makes Western Kentucky University a great place to study film.

Curriculum

Our B.A. in Film balances liberal arts with a rigorous film education. Students enroll in film production and studies courses starting freshman year. WKU Film encourages an indie spirit and professional practices.

Equipment

WKU Film strives to provide students with access to professional-grade filmmaking equipment. From RED Scarlets to Sound Devices recorders to complete grip and lighting packages, if you see it on set, you’ll see it here.

Facilities

Our state-of-the-art Mac lab is the perfect place to cut your short films, and our color and sound finishing suites will make them look and sound their best. Practice your skills in our production lab on our living room set.

Screenings

See your work on the big screen in our lovely auditorium during one of our semester-end showcase screenings, and be sure to check out one of the many screenings hosted by clubs and organizations across campus.

The Complete Filmmaker

Our Philosophy

The major in film provides undergraduates a strong foundation in both film production and film studies.

Students gain the practical skills to succeed on a film set in both below-the-line (i.e. crew) and above-the-line (i.e. creative) roles and experience the mechanics of film production in industry and independent settings through short film productions.

We believe the analytical and practical sides of filmmaking strike a necessary balance in a well-rounded film education. Students develop facility in critical and analytical thinking through the study of global film culture, history and aesthetics.

Success Stories

Our Alumni

Hear what our graduates have to say about their experience at WKU.

Max Moore (’13) Music Video DP/Director

“With unrivaled commitment to their students, this program’s faculty provides a top shelf film production education in a welcoming environment. I am a proud WKU film alumni.”

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OUR FOCUS IS YOUR FUTURE.

Prospective students are invited to set up an appointment to visit us in the Jody Richards Hall in lovely Bowling Green, KY. You may sit in on classes and student productions, tour our production and computer labs, check out the latest equipment, and meet with our film faculty.